The Centre of Craft Studies resides within the Faculty of Engineering in the Bishopstown campus of MTU.
The Centre has extensive facilities to deliver training/education in Carpentry & Joinery, Construction Plant Fitting, Electrical/Electrical Instrumentation, Fitting (MAMF), Light Vehicle Mechanic, Metal Fabrication, Pipefitting, Plastering, Plumbing and Refrigeration/Air-conditioning.
MTU is one of the largest provider of craft education in Ireland and has excellent synergies with full time education activities and research across the university.
Centre staff are actively in involved skills training and development at national and international level through the World Skills organisation.
Location, level and relationship within management structure: This position is based in the MTU Cork Campus (Bishopstown) in the first instance and is to cater for the continuing development of apprenticeship provision in MTU Cork.
The successful candidate will report to the Head of Centre of Craft Studies Mr.
Pat ORiordan.
However, from time to time, the appointee may be required to assist on other Cork MTU campuses.
The position requires flexibility in terms of tasks and responsibilities and requires an enthusiastic person who is self-motivated and able to work with the minimum of supervision on a wide variety of tasks in a team environment.
Duties and responsibilities for the position: The range of duties assigned to a Technical Assistant 1 may vary from discipline /area to discipline/area within the University.
The nature of the post requires the appointee to work closely with technical, lecturing and other staff.
Following appointment, the appointee will be assigned to a particular location and post.
The appointee may be re-assigned to another post dependent on the Universitys requirements.
As the nature of the post may change from time to time, training and re-training will be provided where necessary.
On assignment to the particular post, the University/Faculty will provide a detailed list of duties and responsibilities applicable to the post.
The duties specific to this role include the following: Assisting lecturers in advising students on the safe operation and use of equipment and materials, where appropriate and where requested.
Assisting other technical staff with the organising, preparing and setting up of practical classes.
Assisting with the carrying out of safety audits and equipment audits/stock-takes in all areas of operation in cooperation with other grades of staff.
Re-storing of all tools and unused materials to designated areas, reporting all items mislaid or damaged, or in need of replacement.
Assisting with the safe disposal of waste laboratory/workshop materials.
Securing and storing of laboratory equipment, and consumable materials.
Assisting with stock control of equipment and the clear-out of materials, where required, including examination materials, archival materials etc.
Taking delivery of equipment and consumable materials.
Assisting students in their project work etc., (within reasonable guidelines) when requested by the Head of Faculty, Head of Department, Head of Centre, Senior Technical Officer or other authorised officer.
Assist with the preparation of a Workshop or Laboratory for a class or demonstration, ensuring that all tools and materials are prepared and available.
Ensure that workshops, laboratories, classrooms and associated areas are kept clean, tidy and in good order This can involve specialised duties as required in some areas where heavy/deep cleaning may be required.
Assist with the general upkeep, repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities including workshops, laboratories and classrooms.
Deputise (where appropriate and within reasonable parameters) for Technician staff when not available due to illness or leave.
Undertaking such other duties as the President, Head of Faculty, Head of Department, Head of Centre, Senior Technical Officer or other authorised officer may assign from time to time.
Key Competencies and Experience: Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Good practical ability and attention to detail.
Good awareness of Health and Safety practices.
Evidence of personal development through further skills development.
Need for flexibility in accepting a cross section of duties performed by others in the grade.
Competent in the use of computers and standard MS Office application software.
The successful candidate will have minimum academic qualifications and experience as follows: Essential: Have a good standard of education to minimum Junior Certificate (formerly Intermediate, or Group certificate level), or equivalent.
Physically fit and in good health to undertake work of a physically demanding nature.
Have 5 years relevant experience.
Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate successfully.
Ability to work effectively on own initiative and in a team environment with the ability to take instructions.
Be flexible and have the ability to adapt to changing needs.
Have good organisational skills.
Desirable: Trade or Technical background.
Have a good knowledge and awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
Experience in the operation of machinery and hand tools.
Hold or previously held a Safe Pass Card Have a full, clean driving licence.
Terms of the Appointment: Salary Scale: Technical Assistant 1 €43,828.00 - €45,203.00 pa Permanent, whole-time Hours of Work: 39 hours per week Annual leave: 22 days per annum A working knowledge of computers.
Progression of Technical Assistants from Grade I to Grade II: Technical Assistants Grade I will progress to the grade of Technical Assistant II On completion of one years service after having reached the maximum of the Technical Assistant Grade I scale, subject to a minimum of five years continuous service in the grade.
Subject to certification of having completed specific in-house training programmes On the recommendation of their Head of Faculty (or Head of Function).
Progression for Technical Assistants Grade I shall be irrespective of whether a new post of Technical Assistant Grade II has been established or a vacancy at Technical Assistant Grade II level has occurred.
In the event of a Technical Assistant Grade, I or a Technical Assistant Grade II subsequently being appointed to another post in the University or resigning from the University, the status of the vacated post will revert to Technical Assistant Grade I level.
Important Notes: Screening and short-listing only takes place on the basis of information submitted on the application.
In addition to the minimum criteria, it may be necessary to introduce further shortlisting criteria.
Candidates should note that they may be called for more than one interview.
Please ensure that full information is given on qualifications and that the information is accurate and corresponds to the original transcript of qualifications.
Please ensure that those you nominate as referees are contacted by you and will be able to supply a reference without delay if requested.
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Appointments will be subject to Garda vetting.
Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit.
The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, United Kingdom along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply.
It is an offence under the Employment Permits Acts 2003 and 2006 for both an employer and an employee if a non-EEA National is in employment without an appropriate employment permit.
Employment permit holders can only work for the employer named on the permit.
The University regrets that it cannot pay expenses for candidates attending interviews for this post(s) or for taking up the position, if appointed.
Application Process: Applications by MTU e Recruitment system only.
Applications will not be accepted in any other format.
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The information given in this document is of a general information nature only and should not be taken as contractual.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 1.00 pm Monday, 30 March 2026.
Munster Technological University is an equal opportunities employer.
Skills: 5yrs relevant experience Trade or Technical Background Experience in operation of machinery & hand tools